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07/10/2025

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07/07/2025

Shooting leaving one dead in Viper
By Justin Begley
Staff Writer

A teenager is facing a murder charge as the Perry County Sheriff's Office is continuing to investigate a fatal shooting that occurred Monday afternoon in the Viper community.According to Sheriff Joe Engle, a 16-year-old male is accused of shooting 63-year-old Wallace Cornett, killing him.
“A 16 year old male juvenile shot 63-year-old Wallace Cornett, of Robert Brashear Road in Viper at close range with a shotgun killing Cornett,” Engle said in a statement.
The shooting took place at 1:57 p.m. at Middle Fork of Maces Creek, Engle said.
“The 16 year old has been charged with one count of murder,” he said. “The victim will be sent to the Kentucky Medical Examiner’s Office in Frankfort for an autopsy tomorrow morning by the Perry County Cornors Office.”
The Perry County Coroner was on scene Monday, and officials say additional details will be released as the investigation continues.

07/07/2025

On June 23, LKLP Head Start welcomed families from across the region to a Head Start Bash at the Perry County Head Start Center, located at 145 Citizens Lane. The event drew in attendees from Leslie, Knott, Letcher and Perry counties.

On June 23, LKLP Head Start welcomed families from across the region to a Head Start Bash at the Perry County Head Start Center, located at 145 Citizens Lane. The

07/06/2025

A Hazard man has been indicted by a federal grand jury on charges including kidnapping.

07/05/2025

EV fast chargers are now open at the Apple Market in Hazard.

07/04/2025

This week on Unwired Appalachia, host Randy White sits down with University of Pikeville Women’s Basketball Head Coach Clifton Williams. They dive into how the offseason has shaped the team, from player development to new additions, and look ahead to what fans can expect from the upcoming season. Coach Williams shares insights on team chemistry, goals for the year, and what it takes to compete in the always-tough Appalachian Athletic Conference. Whether you're a die-hard Bears fan or just love local sports, you won't want to miss this one!

07/04/2025

The Hazard-Perry County Chamber of Commerce joined owner Ashley Beverly and staff for a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, June 26, celebrating the grand opening of the new location of Beverly Aesthetics at 439 High St. Formerly located on Black Gold…

The Hazard-Perry County Chamber of Commerce joined owner Ashley Beverly and staff for a ribbon-cutting ceremony Thursday, June 26, celebrating the grand opening of the new location of Beverly Aesthetics

07/03/2025

Seventeen projects in Southern and Eastern Kentucky, including one in Hazard, will be moving forward with capacity building planning and implementation projects in their communities and throughout the region.

07/03/2025

LEXINGTON — Each year, the Kentucky High School Athletic Association honors the top officials for the sports in which it licenses officials. Finalists in each sport are selected through a combination of not only on-field performance but also local a…

LEXINGTON — Each year, the Kentucky High School Athletic Association honors the top officials for the sports in which it licenses officials. Finalists in each sport are selected through a

07/03/2025

The Perry County Fiscal Court has adopted new regulations that align with recently passed state legislation, allowing certain side-by-side off-road vehicles to operate on county and state roads — provided they meet specific street-legal requirements…

The Perry County Fiscal Court has adopted new regulations that align with recently passed state legislation, allowing certain side-by-side off-road vehicles to operate on county and state roads — provided

07/03/2025

Hazard’s Clint Davidson snags a fly ball during the Prospect U Camp at Pike Central last week. Davidson was one of many Eastern Kentucky baseball players to showcase his skills in front of several college coaches at the camp.

Hazard’s Clint Davidson snags a fly ball during the Prospect U Camp at Pike Central last week. Davidson was one of many Eastern Kentucky baseball players to showcase his skills

07/03/2025

A doctor who owned a Chicago clinic whose receptionist is serving a sentence related to the distribution of oxycodone and methadone in Perry County is facing a federal indictment charging him with committing the same crime.

A doctor who owned a Chicago clinic whose receptionist is serving a sentence related to the distribution of oxycodone and methadone in Perry County is facing a federal indictment charging